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As I was driving today, I couldn't help but be overtaken by how beautiful everything was with all the snow dripping off the branches and the grasses. It was and is a sight to behold. Christmas is such a busy time and while I tried so hard to take time out to rest in Jesus, I was only left wanting more, but thankful for His grace in always meeting me where I am. Yesterday I photographed a family who is loosing their mother. I took this couples wedding photos this past July and her mother was just fine, but she was diagnosed with lou gehrig's disease and is quickly loosing all mobility and in a wheel chair. Through mumbles as her daughter listened intently she asked for her lip gloss so she could look pretty for the pictures and my heart just continued to break little by little. While the family is trying to remain joyful, I was reminded of how quickly our life is here on earth and how in the blink of an eye the ones we love most could be gone. Every. Moment. Counts.
27 December, 2011
Alexandra is such a doll, and with an ecstatic smile like that combined with those cute little toes and rolls how can you not just adore her. We had a great time in the studio last week!
22 December, 2011
Although blessings flow throughout the entire year, it's this time of year especially I am so reminded and aware of just how blessed I really am. I don't think it's possible to give back and help others in the same measure I feel God has blessed me, but rather than just think about it, it brings unspeakable joy to do something about it. It's always an honor to help out with the Help Portrait crew in providing family photos for families who otherwise could not afford to capture such memories together. It was a great day! Here are just a few from the day...
19 December, 2011
I had a great time with Heather and DJ for their mini session. Heather wanted to capture some moments with her and her son, and we definitely did!
16 December, 2011
Baby Logan is such a precious little boy! Olivia is doing great having a little brother and as you can see she's pretty excited about it. Logan drifted in and out of sleeping while we moved him around and did so fantastic putting up with us. Congratulations on an adorable addition to an already adorable family.:)
16 December, 2011
I had the honor of meeting and photographing baby Isabelle and family! It was a great time with a very proud grandma and all of her girls...well...let's not forget Izzy's poppa.:) Enjoy.
09 December, 2011
The David is growing up so fast here! This was the first family fall session and boy did we have a good time! This is the first session we have done outside!:) David was having a great time playing in the dirt and leaves. His first birthday was a few weeks ago so those pics will be coming up too! I'm just a little behind with posting pics.:)
05 December, 2011
Charlie is such a sweet little boy, and so boy. He definitely loves his momma, but he's all about his tractors and trucks too! He had a great time on the rocking horse and playing around while we captured some precious memories.
05 December, 2011